By Sharmilah Deviy
sharmilah@mystar.com.my
The southern part of Peninsular Malaysia has been in the limelight since Iskandar Malaysia was established in 2016, dotting the southern development corridor in Johor with modern developments, beautiful landscapes, full amenities, well-connected highways to create a wholesome living environment.
Below are the top five Southern Star Developments that have embodied the vision of Iskandar Malaysia and are poised to bring in waves of active development to Johor in the foreseeable future.
Eco World Development Group Bhd: Eco Botanic, Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Eco Botanic is a 270-acre green township development located at Iskandar Malaysia’s Zone B. The residential architectural designs reflect a touch of English country home.
The well-served lush green residential area has a panoramic view of soft green grass, pristine butterfly shaped lake, beautiful breath-taking parks as well as masterfully-crafted steel sculpture.
One cannot miss having a relaxing stroll at the maze garden and a quick jog at the jogging trail after a hectic day at work.
Gamuda Bhd: Horizon Hills, Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Horizon Hills is strategically located in the heart of Iskandar Puteri and is well known
for its premium resort-style living.
The 1,200-acre integrated residential township is a low-density development that has a private 18-hole Par 72 designer golf course.
It is surrounded by lofty hills, green golf course, crystal and clear waterways, lush green reserved forest as well as fresh and shady thematic park.
Horizon Hills is situated near to the developing Nusajaya and Iskandar Malaysia, as well as approximately 30-minute drive away from Singapore.
SouthKey City Sdn Bhd: SouthKey, Johor Bahru
The bold and master planning of the SouthKey City Sdn Bhd has resulted in the vibrant 330-acre mixed developments of SouthKey Johor Bahru. It provides integrated, self-sustaining urban lifestyle which incorporated residential, retail, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, education and recreational elements.
The upcoming Mid Valley SouthKey is poised to become the largest mall at the southern part of the country and is expected to boost the economic growth of Johor.
SouthKey offers a lush landscape in the form of the 18-acre Central Park for the community to enjoy, taking people away from the concrete jungle.
SouthKey offers accessibility to the Tebrau Highway, Jalan Bakar Batu, the Eastern Dispersal Link and the proposed BRT Line.
IJM Land Bhd & JKG Land (JB) Sdn Bhd: Nasa City, Johor Bahru
Nasa City is an integrated development spanning across 294 acres of freehold land in Johor Bahru, featuring apartments, retail mall, corporate offices and more.
The first phase introduced the Centara Residences with 428 units of residences housed in two 25-storey towers. The units of different layouts ranging from 786 to 1,690 sq ft.
The facilities include pools, a playground, gymnasium and gardens, while residents will also be able to enjoy the surrounding amenities such as the KPJ Bandar Dato’ Onn Specialist Hospital and Aeon Bandar Dato Onn.
SKS Group, TriTower, Johor Bahru Sentral, Johor
With a perfect blend of security, amenities, connectivity, ambience and community, the established freehold TriTower Residence is strategically located in Johor Bahru Sentral. It consists of Capri by Fraser Hotel Residences which encompasses 41-storey and 316 rooms, managed by Frasers Hospitality.
It also consists of two blocks of sky touch captivating residential towers.
This development is integrated with an abundance of amenities such as multi-purpose hall, pool deck, swimming pool, gymnasium, viewing deck, reading area, spa and sauna.
Apart from that, TriTower Residence offers an impressive range of safety elements which has 24-hour security, audio-video intercom system and multi-tiered access card system.
